At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children aged 0-19 to thrive through tailored occupational therapy.
- Company: Join a dedicated community children's therapy team making a real difference.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, supportive environment, and the chance to impact young lives.
- Other info: 3-month locum contract with potential for extension and varied caseload.
- Why this job: Be part of a rewarding journey helping kids reach their full potential.
- Qualifications: HCPC registered OT with experience in paediatric settings.
The predicted salary is between 38616 - 46141 £ per year.
Band 6 Paediatric Occupational Therapist – Community Role
We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Band 6 Paediatric Occupational Therapist to join a dedicated community children's therapy team on a 3-month locum contract.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled OT who is passionate about supporting children and young people to achieve their full potential within their everyday environments.
Role Overview
As a Community Paediatric Occupational Therapist, you will work with children and young people aged 0-19 years, carrying out comprehensive occupational therapy assessments and providing intervention recommendations across a range of community settings.
Your caseload will involve visiting
- Mainstream and specialist schools
- Community clinics
- Other appropriate community settings as required
You will work collaboratively with families, educational staff, healthcare professionals, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, child-centred care.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess the occupational therapy needs of children and young people aged 0–19 years.
- Complete functional assessments and develop appropriate treatment plans and recommendations.
- Provide advice, strategies, and interventions to support participation in daily activities, education, and development.
- Produce accurate clinical documentation and reports.
- Liaise effectively with parents, carers, schools, and other professionals involved in the child's care.
- Maintain accurate patient records using the Systm One clinical system.
Essential Requirements
- HCPC registered Occupational Therapist.
- Previous experience working as a Band 6 Paediatric Occupational Therapist.
- Experience assessing and managing a paediatric caseload within community, school, or clinic settings.
- Knowledge and experience of using Systm One.
- Full UK driving licence with access to your own vehicle, as regular travel between schools and clinics is required.
- Excellent communication, organisational, and clinical reasoning skills.
- Contract Details
- Position: Band 6 Paediatric Occupational Therapist
- Location: Community-based (schools and clinics)
- Contract Length: 3 months (with potential for extension)
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
- Start Date: ASAP
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive community team and make a meaningful difference to the lives of children, young people, and their families while enjoying a varied and rewarding caseload
Occupational Therapist employer: Red Sector Recruitment Limited
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Contact Details:
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